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Results for: Top-rated AC repair is provided by Reliable Standard Heating & Air in San Diego.

  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 26, 2015
Central energy plant surges ahead in budget talks

Sarasota County wants to unplug efforts at downtown expansion, but a new energy facility could be an exception.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 28, 2012
Three Lady Pirates commit to colleges

Courtney Mirabella, Hannah Loyer and Ashley Allard all signed letters of intent to play college softball.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 17, 2014
Sidelines

The Lady Thunder volleyball prevails; Rosedale pro to hold demonstration clinic; Braden River Pirates to hold golf tournament

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 27, 2022
Sarasota Hospital Board Central District, Seat 2: Thomas Dart

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 29, 2025
East County high schools finish above state average in graduation rate

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish high schools excel through individual attention and identifying at-risk students.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • May 10, 2018
Sarasota County agrees to fund second helicopter for sheriff's department

The Sarasota Sheriff's Office is buying a used Bell 407GX to supplement its existing helicopter.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 20, 2013
How Will We Grow? 'Good Ideas'

What started as quest to better control costs and manage growth in Manatee County has, in many ways, become an audit of the county's planning systems.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 19, 2010
Pirates earn top spot in district TSA competition

The Braden River High School Technology Student Association team took top honors at the TSA Manatee County District Competition recently.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Cliff Roles |
  • October 11, 2015
Top Dog 2015

Top Dog 2015 was held on Saturday, Oct 10, at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium. Proceeds benefit Donte's Den.

  • Black Tie
  • By Dana Westmark and Donald Geikie |
  • May 25, 2012
Real Estate Deal of the Week: Bayport Beach and Tennis Club

Real Estate Deal of the Week: Bayport Beach and Tennis Club

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 8, 2020
14 projects make up New Pass Bridge summer rehab

FDOT plans Jan. 16 event to answer questions about renovations planned for the bridge in summer 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • July 18, 2013
Luke Wood Park project causes headaches

The process of repairing the grounds at Luke Wood Park has residents at nearby condominiums - already upset by protracted lift station construction - frustrated.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • July 29, 2021
Development plan sparks conflict on affordable housing policies

When the city receives a proposal for a new project, how hard can officials push for changes not explicitly required in the zoning code? Depends on who you’re asking.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2022
Longboat Key Police Department seeks state accreditation

The accreditation process requires the department to meet strict guidelines set by Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 22, 2020
Suncoast Science Center and SunCoast Blood Centers to host blood donation drive

The joint partnership blood drive will be on July 29.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jack Short |
  • March 16, 2016
North-end residents size up hotel plan

For a Floridays hotel proposal, size matters — both to residents and developers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 20, 2023
Toys for Tots coordinator looks back at growth of community giving

Since 2006, the nonprofit has increased its output from an estimated 8,000 toys to 28,000.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 4, 2021
Devices aboard Longboat rescue vehicles clear the air

Machines combat airborne pollutants such bacteria, mold and viruses, including COVID-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 22, 2019
Vernon A. Edgecomb

Vernon A. Edgecomb, of Brandon, Fl. and Bradenton Fl. passed away peacefully on April 8, 2019 at the age of 87.

  • East County
  • Tributes & Obituaries
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